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Herd Instinct

 
Sci-Tech Dictionary: herd instinct
 
(′hərd ′in′stiŋkt)

(psychology) Psychic need for identification with a group.


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Investment Dictionary: Herd Instinct
 

A mentality characterized by a lack of individuality, causing people to think and act like the general population.

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This term is used in the investing world to refer to the forces that cause unsubstantiated rallies or sell-offs.

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